Compare Dallas internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Dallas – 190 Mbps
GA – 133 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Dallas – 56 Mbps
GA – 48 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Dallas.
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 99.30%
3 providers - 0.40%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Dallas is comparable to the rest of Georgia - 95%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Dallas area will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of Dallas residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 60% of those living in Dallas.
There are four internet providers serving the Dallas area, and 99.30% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Dallas's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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Viasat | 132 Mbps | 33 Mbps | Satellite |
Xfinity | 182 Mbps | 20 Mbps | Cable |
HughesNet | 16 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
AT&T | 209 Mbps | 146 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Dallas.
The largest internet providers in Dallas are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Dallas.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Dallas residents, covering 97% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 23% of the area. Dallas’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Dallas residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Dallas covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Dallas to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Dallas, $54.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Dallas, $2.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Dallas. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Dallas's providers, 525 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in Dallas covering 23% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Dallas than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Dallas, $54.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Dallas, $2.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Dallas. These download speeds are available to 23% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Dallas's providers, 525 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Dallas covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Dallas residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Dallas, $54.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Dallas, $2.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Dallas. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Dallas's providers, 525 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Dallas, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Dallas, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Dallas and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Dallas at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Dallas at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Dallas residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Dallas with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Dallas. The next fastest internet provider in Dallas is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 23% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Dallas with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Dallas, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Dallas, covering 23% of the city.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.